Sermons

Jesus teaches that the Kingdom of God is like a treasure hidden in a field...

Jesus teaches his disciples the meaning of the parable of the wheat and the weeds.

In Matthew 13 Jesus teaches parables to the crowds about the Kingdom of Heaven. In the parable of the sower he describes the good seed of the gospel falling on four varieties of soils.

Zechariah chapter 14 highlights the sovereignty of God.

Zechariah chapter 13 covers the topic of repentance and lays out a promise and a process for purification.

Zechariah chapter 12 highlights a future hope for the repentance of Israel as they will look upon him whom they have pierced.

Zechariah chapter 10 describes the coming of a Divine Redeemer

Zechariah 9 describes the coming of King Jesus.

In the 8th night vision, Zechariah sees the end of the battle of Armageddon. There is a future battle where God defeats evil.

In the 7th night vision of Zechariah we see sin being deported from Jerusalem to a foreign nation.

In the 6th night vision of Zechariah we see a flying scroll that symbolizes the complete removal and judgment of sin.

In the 5th night vision of Zechariah we see an emphasis on the power of the Holy Spirit to accomplish the purposes of God.

Zechariah 3 describes the incredible rescue and redemption of the High Priest, Joshua.

Zechariah 3 describes the incredible rescue and redemption of the High Priest, Joshua.

In Zechariah's third vision he saw a man with a measuring line. The vision describes a future expansion for Jerusalem because God will once again choose to dwell there.

Zechariah's second vision described four military nations that had terrorized Israel. In response, the Lord raised up four "craftsmen" to go and defeat those "horns." The vision gives us hope that God sees our affliction but he delivers us through those he raises up. We don't need to walk in fear, but in confident faith.

Zechariah's first vision of "the angel of the Lord" riding on a red horse standing in a valley in the myrtle trees is a picture of Jesus drawing near to those who are broken in spirit. It's a comforting message of hope for those who are hurting.

In Zechariah's opening verses he urges the Israelites who have returned from exile to return to the Lord. They had returned to the land and started to build the temple but left off after becoming discouraged. The temple re-build was important, but it was more important that they have a change of heart toward the Lord.

In part two of our mini-series on church discipline, we explore a case study in the life of the church at Corinth. Paul gives steps for discipline and restoration to the wayward believer.

Jesus gave us clear directions on the process for church discipline.

Jesus gave us clear directions on the process for church discipline.

The story of how Jacob stole Esau's blessing is almost cartoonish, and yet God's will was done in spite of family disfunction and inordinate appetites.

The story of how Jacob stole Esau's blessing is almost cartoonish, and yet God's will was done in spite of family disfunction and inordinate appetites.

Isaac repeats the mistakes that Abraham made in lying about his wife. And yet God affirms his covenant promises and provision for Isaac.

Rebekah feels the struggle of the twins within her. God reveals that there are two future nations at war and the older will serve the younger. Esau sells his birthright and inheritance for a bowl of food. And he will later be cheated out of his blessing.

We learn that Abraham had other wives and children but they weren't like Isaac, the child of promise given to him and Sarah in their old age. Abraham dies at 175 years old.

The way Isaac and Rebekah come together is truly a beautiful work of God's sovereignty over all the small details. These two were put together by God for his glory. This is part two of how Isaac met Rebekah.

The longest narrative episode in Genesis highlight God's Providence in Isaac and Rebekah's marriage.

On the occasion of Sarah's death, Abraham is finally able to purchase a piece of property in Hebron.

The gospel of Jesus Christ is clearly foreshadowed in Genesis 22 as Abraham is commanded to go and sacrifice his son, his only son, on a mountain near Jerusalem. But God provides a substitute sacrifice at just the right moment.

Abraham had a divided house, heart, and loyalty in this episode of Genesis. How do we deal with divisions that threaten our devotion?

The angels are investigating Sodom and Gomorrah for the outcry against it. They aren't in the city for more than a few hours when all the men of the city surround Lot's house and demand to sexually violate the two angels. Lot is rescued and the cities are annihilated.

After the angel of the Lord reveals that Sarah will have a baby next year, Abraham learns of the mission to investigate Sodom and Gomorrah for their outrageous wickedness. Abraham pleads for the Lord to spare the cities for the sake of the righteous.

In Genesis chapter 17, we read about the details of God's covenant with Abraham, including circumcision, which is the sign of the covenant.

We learn more about Sarai's maidservant Hagar in Genesis chapter 16. In an effort to help God fulfill his promise, Sarai comes up with an idea for children that ultimately causes heartbreak and hardship. But God encourages Hagar and reveals himself to her as the God who sees her and knows her.

Earthly kings war against each other. Lot is taken captive and Abram goes on a rescue mission. Abram meets Melchizedek, the king of Salem, and honors him.

Abram and Lot separate. God reaffirms his promises to Abram.

God invites Abram to follow him and to trust him.

Matthew records Jesus' final words of commissioning on a mountain in Galilee before his ascension.

Jesus answers questions about the end times and his second coming in Matthew chapters 24 and 25. This is part 3 of the Olivet Discourse.

Jesus teaches his disciples what to expect before his second coming and the end of the age.

After leaving the temple, Jesus prophesies that it will be destroyed. He then takes his disciples to the Mount of Olives and teaches at least nine truths that his disciples needed to know about the end times and his second coming.

Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up on a mountain. He is there transformed into a glorious state while he speaks with the Prophet Elijah and with Moses.

Jesus welcomes the large crowd who gathered around him and he healed them. After 3 days of remaining with Jesus, they became hungry. In response, Jesus miraculously multiplies bread and fish to feed the crowd. This passage foreshadows the future Messianic Banquet where Jesus will be united to His Bride in the coming Kingdom of God.

Today's sermon covers the last five beatitudes that introduced the sermon on the mount delivered to Jesus' disciples on a mountain near the sea of Galilee.

Jesus teaches his disciples on a mountain in Galilee. This sermon focuses on the first three beatitudes.